Camp Cameleon

I guess this was one of the base level camp options outside in the Agafey Desert. We didn’t organise this as a full package, but booked the camp, and then liaised with them for transport out to the camp and back. None of that was an issue. The activities (we did quad bikes, but you could also do buggy’s and camels), are not at the camp, but a top before. This wasn’t an issued and was planned into our trip out to the camp - although it would have been good to know this, as we may have adjusted timing a bit. The camp is basic, but probably pleasantly surprised with the room - double bed and two singles - all comfy. Bathroom attached - shower had hot water heated directly by gas. We had a great sunset and moonrise! Food was very nice - again though it would have been good to know how it worked, we had mostly filled up on what was first brought out - a lot of vegetable dishes - and then chicken tajine came out. Staff were super friendly, although didn’t speak English. (Or our French was very poor!). They lit a fire pit for us in the evening, and then delighted my daughter with bringing out marshmallows to toast!

No real complaints, more just even with not speaking the language, communicating more to help manage expectations.

The tent and position.

Nothing.

We chose Camp Cameleon for a one night experience in the Agafay desert. We wanted just enough modern comfort (hot water, bathroom and winter heating) while still maintaining the rustic nature of the camp. Camp Cameleon was perfect for this. Its location at the edge of Agafay gives a sense of total immersion in nature with sweeping vistas of the desert hills and Atlas Mountains. The staff arranged activities for us including a sunset camel ride. After a tagine dinner they lit a bonfire for us to enjoy the stars. It was unusually rainy when we were there but we were snug in our tent with gas heater and hot showers in the morning, plus a sink and basic camping toilet. The staff also arranged transport because the roads are difficult and require a 4WD. All in all an excellent stay in Agafay!

The location is a little remote and difficult to access. This was fine for us but other guests should know ahead of time for appropriate transport. The rain made the driving dangerous and we were glad to have an experienced driver take us there and back.

Friendly and welcoming staff. Potentially great view if it wasn't for the rain and wind. Because of bad weather (rain), the route to and from the camp was almost un-drivable, so we decided not to stay and find a hotel in Marakesh instead. The host promised us a full refund which we eventually did get. THANKS!! We might try again next time.

The "road" to the camp is not in any GPS/SatNav/GoogleMaps, only my OpenStreetMap-App did find a way to the camp, which in good weather conditions would be a fun/easy ride (4x4 recommended). We arrived after some rain and almost did not make it if it wasn't for our 4x4. It was adventurous and maybe once even slightly dangerous to drive. The very friendly host himself was stuck with his 4x4 for about 3 h in the mud. He was honestly surprised that we made it at all. Since we needed to catch our flight back the next day we decided to not stay and head back immediately.